The Facts: According to NBC4 in Washington's Dianna Marie Russini, the 49ers will be releasing Johnson.

Diehards Line: Russini, who first reported this would happen late last month, reminded readers today that it's been the plan for a while. Russini is told Johnson will be picked up by another team quickly. It's perhaps another indication that Torrey Smith is heading to San Francisco. Johnson will be free to sign with the team of his choice starting Tuesday at 4 pm eastern time.